亀の甲より年の劫
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亀の甲より年の劫
(かめのこうよりとしのこう)
Japanese meaning
長年かけて身につけた経験や知恵は値打ちがあり、尊いものだ。
English meaning
The experience and wisdom accumulated over many years are valuable and precious.
Literal English translation
Age's ordeal is superior to the turtle's shell.